Fall 2023 Activity Guide

FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH PARKS AND RECREATION

FALL 2023

ACTIVITY GUIDE

“Park-A-Year” Graehl Park has been renovated!

Learn about the process and key features of the park Page 29

UPCOMING EVENTS See what we have planned for the Fall! Winter Lights Walk, Halloween Trick or Treat Town, and so much more!

Starts on Page 13

TRAILS Looking for trails in the Fairbanks North Star Borough? Check out the trails section of this guide for map information.

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Main Office: 1920 Lathrop Street, Fairbanks, AK Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM —5:00 PM Website: parks.fnsb.gov Phone: (907) 459-1070

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IN THIS GUIDE Aquatics

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OUR MISSION The Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation Department preserves and creates an inclusive community culture by providing places and programs designed to enrich the quality of life.

Community Programs

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Senior Recreation

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Adaptive Recreation

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HEAR FROM US

Library Programs

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Carlson Center

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Pioneer Park

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Sign up for our Parks and Recreation Newsletter and FLiP program. A fun way to know about all the events happening in your parks and facilities! Receive VIP access to various park events and special coupons in our monthly e-newsletter! Don’t miss out! Sign up online at parks.fnsb.gov or at the Parks and Recreation office in the Big Dipper Ice Arena.

Big Dipper

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Rec Areas

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Trails

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Community Resources

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FNSB PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE: Activity Guide is published three times a year in January (Winter/Spring), in April (Summer), and in August (Fall) by the Parks and Recreation Department, 1920 Lathrop Street, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701, (907) 459-1070, parks.fnsb.gov. Contents © 2023 Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation Department, all rights reserved.

FEES, CHARGES & CLASS TIME DISCLAIMER: Fees set in this activity guide are subject to approval by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly. Fees are subject to change at any time. Class dates/times are subject to change. The FNSB Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel activities due to lack of registration.

REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY: Please see page 7.

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MAYOR'S WELCOME On behalf of the Fairbanks North Star Borough, I’m excited to welcome and invite you to explore the Fall 2023 Parks and Recreation Activity Guide!

Fall is a beautiful season, especially in the interior, with many enjoyable activities. Whether you are looking for outdoor adventures, seasonal events, or cozy indoor pastimes, there’s something for everyone! Engaging in community activities allows individuals to connect with others with similar interests and builds social networks.

Bryce Ward Bryce Ward

I encourage you to engage with the community and actively participate in the activities and events outlined in this guide.

Participation will enhance your personal growth and create meaningful memories that will last a lifetime!

WELCOME TO FNSB PARKS & REC

Dear Community Members:

Fairbanks North Star Borough Mayor

Bryce J. Ward Mayor Fairbanks North Star Borough

SUPERINTENDANT'S As we wrap up another busy summer in Fairbanks, we would like to thank those of MESSAGE you who came out to our many events. It’s always exciting to host our regular

activities as well as try out some new ones. Fall is a time of transition, where we wrap up summer projects and get a few more adventures in before the snow flies.

When the snow comes, it means skiing, fat biking, snow machining, and ice fishing for some, and retreating to our indoor spaces for swimming, ice skating, gym time, and the PlayZone for others while of course some of us want it all!

The Borough Parks and Recreation Department strives to fill every season with fun community events for all ages and abilities. Throughout this guide you will find an abundance of indoor and outdoor activities. There is fun to be had throughout our parks and facilities every day of the year!

Brian Charlton Brian Charlton

FNSB Parks and Recreation Recreation Superintendent

Some of the big events we have planned for this fall include Halloween Trick-orTreat Town, Spooky Trail at Tanana Lakes, the Trails Challenge, and the Downtown Winter Solstice Festival Winter Lights Walk. Our Senior, Adaptive, and Community Programs offer many smaller activities each week as well. If you haven’t already, sign up for FLiP (Fairbanks Loves its Parks) to receive our monthly e-newsletter to keep up with all the exciting programs and Parks and Rec news.

Last of all, don’t forget our facility-based programs including open swims, lap swimming, and swim lessons at Hamme, Mary Siah, and Wescott Pools; open skate, rec hockey, and stick-n-puck at the Big Dipper Ice Arena, Grandparent/Grandkid crafts at Joy Community Center, and the PlayZone at the Carlson Center. If the weather holds you might even be able to squeeze in a little pickleball or tennis.

There really is so much going on that we had to create THIS amazing Activity Guide.

We can’t we to see YOU!

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FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH

FACILITIES

PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF

Big Dipper Ice Arena 1920 Lathrop Street (907) 459-1104 Hamme Pool 931 Airport Way (907) 459-1086 Wescott Pool 300 E. 8th Avenue North Pole (907) 488-9402​ Pioneer Park 2300 Airport Way (907) 459-1087 Birch Hill Rec Area 101 Wilderness Drive (907) 457-4488 Tanana Lakes Rec Area 4400 S Cushman St Ext (907) 459-1070 Chena Lake Rec Area 3780 Laurance Rd North Pole (907) 488-1655 Carlson Center 2010 2nd Ave. (907) 451-7800

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John Haas Parks Superintendent john.haas@fnsb.gov Brian Charlton Recreation Superintendent brian.charlton@fnsb.gov

Lee Williams Riverside Superintendent lee.williams@fnsb.gov

Linda Handeland Aquatics Manager linda.handeland@fnsb.gov

Terrell Echols Carlson Center Manager terrell.echols@fnsb.gov

Jessica Prince Chena Lake Manager jessica.prince@fnsb.gov

Michelle Leonard Programs Manager michelle.leonard@fnsb.gov

David Jones Maintenance Manager dave.jones@fnsb.gov

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IT’S ENOUGH TO MAKE YOU FLIP FOR JOY!

FAIRBANKS LOVES ITS PARKS Designed to highlight the parks, services, programs & facilities that FNSB Parks & Recreation provides to the community.

Membership is FREE and the benefits are endless!

Benefits of FLiP:

A FREE FLiP window cling A monthly newsletter filled with upcoming events, signup deadlines, fun programs and valuable FLiP discounts.

VIP perks & early access to community events throughout the year.

Increased pride in our beautiful parks & playgrounds; and all of the recreation facilities and programs in the Fairbanks North Star Borough

VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO SIGN UP:

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MEMBERSHIPS

Passes valid for drop-in programs entry at:

Hamme Swimming Pool Wescott Swimming Pool Mary Siah Recreation Center Big Dipper Ice Arena Carlson Center

*ADULT 10 PUNCH 3 MONTH ANNUAL

$63.00 $154.00 $575.00

*YOUTH & SENIOR 10 PUNCH 3 MONTH ANNUAL

$45.00 $110.00 $400.00

*Prices subject to change July 1 of each year.

HOW TO REGISTER SOME PROGRAMS & EVENTS, ICE HUT RESERVATIONS OR SWIMMING LESSONS REQUIRE REGISTRATION ONLINE. CREATING AN ONLINE ACCOUNT IS EASY!

REGISTER ONLINE OR IN-PERSON

Start here!

To register online, visit our website at parks.fnsb.gov.

Create an account if you don't have one already: 1. Create a Household Account by clicking “Create Account” 2. Enter the primary adult first.

3. Create account login and password.

4. Add other members of your household.

5. Now you can register or make other purchases using the site navigation!

Or give us a call! We can set an account up for you!

We welcome walk-in registration too! Visit us at:

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY We depend on your enrollment for a successful class! Classes which do not meet minimum enrollment are subject to cancellation. In the case of a cancellation, please contact us at (907) 459-1070.

Refunds are issued: If class or program is canceled.

By request (by phone or email)

Parks and Recreation Office Big Dipper, 2nd Floor 1920 Lathrop Street Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 907-459-1070

Refund Options: Account credit Refund (please allow 2-4 weeks for processing.)

Refunds are subject to approval from the Parks & Recreation Director.

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THANK YOU SUMMER

FOR ATTENDING OUR

EVENTS

INTRO TO FISHING

PARK PLAY DAYS

LITERACY MARKET

INTRO TO HIKING

COMMUNITY FUN NIGHT #3

ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS

PICKLEBALL CLINIC

SENIOR PROGRAMS

CHENA LAKE ART&MUSIC FESTIVAL

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SENIOR RECOGNITION CHALK THE PARK DAY

WE WANT YOUR

BEST SHOT!

Use #FNSBParksRec when posting to Instagram, Facebook & Twitter, and share your great Fairbanks Parks and Rec photos with us!

Check out this photo submitted for out 2022 Chena Lake Photo contest! We utilize photos sent in for publications such as this, flyers for programs, and other promotional material.

Photo Credit: Megan McGowan

AQUATICS

FFA ALLLL A AQ QU UA ATTIIC CS S S SC CH HEED DU ULLEE

MARY SIAH

HAMME POOL

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Hamme Swim Lessons (Fairbanks) Tuesday/Thursday

Session Dates

Cost

Registration Date

Sept 12-Oct 5

$64.00/$72.00

Sept 5 7am

Nov 2- Nov 21

$48.00/$54.00

Oct 25 7am

Nov 28- Dec 19

$56.00/$63.00

Nov 21 7am

Wednesdays Session Dates

Cost

Registration Date

Sept 13- Oct 4

$32.00/$36.00

Sept 6 7am

Oct 25- Nov 15

$32.00/$36.00

Oct 11 7am

Nov 29- Dec 20

$32.00/$36.00

Nov 22 7am

Find our class list online PARKS.FNSB.GOV

Saturdays Session Dates

Cost

Registration Date

Sept 16- Oct 21

$40.00/$45.00

Sept 7 7am

Nov 11- Dec 16

$40.00/$45.00

Oct 27 7am

Wescott Swim Lessons (North Pole) Tuesday/Thursday

Session Dates

Cost

Registration Date

Sept 12- Oct 5

$64.00/$72.00

Sept 5 7am

Oct 24- Nov 16

$56.00/$63.00

Oct 17 7am

Nov 28- Dec 19

$56.00/$63.00

Nov 21 7am

Wednesdays Session Dates

Cost

Registration Date

Sept 13- Oct 4

$32.00/$36.00

Sept 6 7am

Oct 25- Nov 15

$32.00/$36.00

Oct 11 7am

Nov 29- Dec 20

$32.00/$36.00

Nov 22 7am

Find our class list online PARKS.FNSB.GOV

Saturdays Session Dates

Cost

Registration Date

Sept 16- Oct 21

$48.00/$54.00

Sept 7 7am

Oct 28- Nov 18

$32.00/$36.00

Oct 24 7am

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High School Swimming MEET SCHEDULE HOST

POOL

August 18 | 6:00 PM

[ West Valley | Hamme Pool ]

August 25 | 6:00 PM

[ Lathrop

| Hamme Pool ]

August 26 | 10:30 AM

[ Lathrop

| Hamme Pool ]

September 8 | 6:00PM

[ North Pole | Wescott Pool ]

October 6 | 6:00PM

[ Hutchison

| Hamme Pool ]

October 20 | 6:00PM

[ Monroe

| Hamme Pool ]

October 26 | 6:00PM [ Lathrop DIVING REGIONALS PRELIMS

| Hamme Pool ]

October 27 | 6:00PM [ Lathrop | Hamme Pool ] SWIMMING REGIONALS PRELIMS October 28 | 10:30PM [ Lathrop | Hamme Pool ] SWIMMING& DIVE REGIONAL FINALS November 3&4 Juneau SWIMMING& DIVE STATE FINALS

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CLUB SWIM MEETS SEPTEMBER 9

FALL EQUINOX TEAM SPRINT WESCOTT POOL 9:00A

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NORTHERN AREA DISTANCE PATTY POOL 9:00A

OCTOBER 7

SPEEDY SATURDAYS HAMME POOL 9:00P

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IM PENTATHLON HAMME POOL 9:00A

NOVEMBER 4

ROBB COADY NOVICE HAMME POOL 9:00A

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PIPSQUEEK SERIES PATTY POOL 9:00A

DECEMBER 9

CANDY CANE WESCOTT POOL 9:00P

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WISHBONE INVITE HAMME POOL 9:00A

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SPOOKY TRAIL MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2023 TANANA LAKES 6:00-7:00P LITE FRIGHTS 7:00-8:00P SPOOKTACULAR 907-459-1070 PARKS.FNSB.GOV

COMMUNITY RECREATION COMMUNITY

Let's have fun! Join us as we engage in recreation across the Borough! From Park Play Days to Grandparent and Grandkid crafts, we work hard to bring fun and engagement to our community! Get out, play, and be safe!

We partner with many different local organizations to keep enrichment in the community. We attend local expos, create pop-up events, and bring the fun anywhere we go! Interested in partnering with us? Contact us below!

Questions about our program?

Contact Youth and Family Programs at 907-459-1028 For general questions contact us at parks@fnsb.gov or 907-459-1070

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FAMILY PLAY NIGHT YOU'RE

INVITED TO JOIN THE

At Joy Community Center Select Wednesdays Sept- Dec 4:30-6:00p

YOU'LL FIND US AT 24 MARAGRET AVE FAIRBANKS $5 PER CHILD, ADULTS FREE AGES 3-12 YEARS OLD

THINGS TO NOTE:

ACTIVITIES

Ball night- working on sport skills involving throwing, catching, kicking, etc- basketball, pickleball, soccer Movement night- activities that help you learn how your body moves in space and sensory play

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COMMUNITY

Parents must stay with children.

There are no drop offs.

A break room will be available with an easy craft for when your child needs a break!

DATES:

September 27, 2023 October 25, 2023 November 8, 2023 December 20, 2023

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Snowshoe How- to

November 11, 2023 11a-3p

Learn about snowshoeing and the science of snow!

Limited rentals available onsite.

Morris Thompson Cultural Center Griffin Park

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LOOK FOR OUR COMMUNITY EVENT FLYERS AROUND TOWN!

Find us on Facebook!

Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation

F L i P APPRECIATION DAY FLiP Appreciation Day occurs the second Wednesday of every month! On FLiP Day, you can get one drop-in program free* with your promo-code!

*Covers one household admission

SIGN UP WITH THE QR CODE! OR AT PARKS.FNSB.GOV

SENIORS

Staying active and engaged leads to good health and well-being.

Join us for walking at the Big Dipper Ice Arena, exercise at Joy Community Center and Santa Senior Center, and scheduled social outings.

Find our schedule below, or at PARKS.FNSB.GOV. Senior Program info is listed under General Info- Senior Program. You can find our monthly calendars and bi- monthly newsletters (Golden Age Gazette).

Walking Group: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-10:30A, Big Dipper Exercise Group: Monday-Friday 11:15-11:45A, Locations Vary Aquasize: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 1 -1:45P, Mary Siah Rec Center Social Outings: Wednesdays, Times& Locations Vary Grandparent/Grandkid Crafts: 1st& 4th Thursdays 4 -5:30P, Joy Community Center Senior Potluck: 3rd Friday* 2:00P-4:00P at Mary Siah Rec Center *September's will be on September 8, 2023

Questions about our program?

Contact Marya Lewanski at 907-459-1136 For general questions contact us at parks@fnsb.gov or 907-459-1070

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SENIOR

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SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION FAIRBANKS SENIOR CENTER

1424 Moore Street Fairbanks, AK (907) 452-1735

Contact a member of the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission if you have any ideas or concerns that bear upon the welfare of senior citizens and are within the powers of the Fairbanks North Star Borough.

Meetings take place in the JHAC Assembly Chambers at Noon quarterly. Meetings are the second Thursday of January, April, July, and October. More information can be found online: fnsb.gov/Senior-Citizens-Advisory-Commission.

SALCHA SENIOR CENTER

6062 Johnson Road Salcha, AK (907) 488-1606

Drena McIntyre (907) 347- 1534

Karen Wood (907) 474-2121

Marleyne Hunter (907) 488-4116

Barbara Tarkiainen (907) 479-3209

Carol Anthony

Denise Daniello (219) 381-8421

(907) 458-5545​

SANTA'S SENIOR CENTER

101 E. 5th Avenue North Pole, AK (907) 488-4663

Darlene Supplee (907) 452-1735

TRANSPORTATION

Could This Be You?

Two Vacant Seats

MORE INFORMATION

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SENIOR POTLUCKS Mary Siah Rec Center 2:00-4:00PM

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SENIOR

September 8, 2023 October 20, 2023 November 17, 2023 December 15, 2023

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Grandparent/ Grandkid Crafts 1st & 4th Thursday of the Month, 4:00-5:30PM

n i o J e Com us

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ADAPTIVE

Participants MUST register for adaptive recreation programs!

Drop-In Activity

Description/Location

Days

Times

Fees

Bowling

Non competitive bowling Arctic Bowl 952 10th Ave

Mondays

Register for times $5.50/game

Wii Games

Computer and board games -Joy Community Center

Tuesdays

Register for times

Free

Walking & Games

Walking on the track then board games Big Dipper Ice Arena

Wednesdays

Register for times

Free

Swimming & Art

Swimming then Art projects - Mary Siah Recreation Center-

Thursdays

Register for times

Free

Lunch Chat

Zoom sessions during lunch hour

M, T, W,F

Register for times

Free

Cultural Events

Movies, Bingo, Karaoke and more Joy Community Center

Fridays

Register for times

Free

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Adaptive Game tuesdays Call 907-459-1097 To sign up!

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Adaptive

Prom Party

September 15, 2023 Friday, 1:00-4:00PM JOY COMMUNITY CENTER GYM Sign up ahead: PARKS.FNSB.GOV

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CULTURAL EVENTS ADAPTIVE PROGRAMMING

BINGO KARAOKE MOVIE NIGHT

AND MORE!

FIND OUR CALENDAR AT: PARKS.FNSB.GOV CALL 907-459-1097 TO SIGN UP PARKS.FNSB.GOV / (907) 459-1070

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PLAYZONE

Some exclusion dates apply

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Parks & Recreation Public Open Recreation Times Fall 2023 Family Swim Mary Siah Rec Center Monday- Friday: 10:00-11:15a & 3:30-4:30p Add a little bit of body text

Family swim requires one parent or guardian in the water with their children. Family swim may be limited to shallow water only.

Open Swim Hamme Pool Tuesday- Friday: 7:00-8:30 pm Saturdays: 2:00-4:30 pm Wescott Pool Tuesday- Friday: 7:00-8:30 pm Saturdays: 1:30-3:45 pm

The Playzone The Carlson Center Monday-Friday: 10:00am-5:00pm Saturday: 10am-2pm The playzone is designed for kids ages 0-8. It includes kid carts, foam blocks, slides, tunnels, and more! Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Recreational Skating The Big Dipper MondayAdd a little Friday: bit 11:45am-1:15pm* Wednesdays: of body text5:30-6:45 pm Saturdays: 3:45-5:15 pm Sundays: 1:30-2:45pm *times may vary due to hockey games. Call (907) 459- 1104 to confirm times

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Capitol Improvement Program: Small Park Replacement Program

“Park- A- Year”

Graehl Park 2023

Graehl Park was the 2023 project under the Capital Improvement Program's (CIP) Small Park Replacement Program, an annual dedicated stream of capital funding to renovate small Borough Parks. The program is often referred to as "Park-A-Year" with the goal of renovating one small Borough park a year. The first successful "Park-A-Year" project was Bluebell Park, which was completed in two phases in 2020 and 2021.

Seeking another endeavor through this program, Graehl Park was the undisputed next candidate. Graehl Park is one of the most popular small parks, receiving heavy use due to its convenient location in downtown Fairbanks, proximity to the Chena River Walk, river views, and access to a boat launch for Chena River recreation. Additionally, the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (AKDOT&PF) had put considerable work into the area in recent years, renovating both of the bridges adjacent to Graehl Park. In close cooperation with the FNSB Parks and Recreation Department, AKDOT&PF provided access improvements to the park as a component of the Wendell Street Bridge project. The AKDOT&PF project improved the sidewalks and parking along Front Street, including a sidewalk ramp for ease of access from the street, accessible parallel parking in front of the park, and improved parking further down Front Street. Making facilities accessible is a key goal for the Small Park Replacement Program, and the partnership with AKDOT&PF to address parking and access deficiencies along Front Street made a renovation at Graehl Park more feasible.

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The FNSB Parks and Recreation Department applied for a Tier 2 Rasmuson Foundation grant, and in December 2021 the Rasmuson Foundation notified the Department that the Graehl Park Revitalization Project was awarded a $300,000 grant. As the design process progressed, the project continued to build on community partnerships. In partnership with FAST Planning, Denakkanaaga, Inc, and the Alaska Native Cultural Coalition of the Interior, an artistic tile mosaic was added to the project's scope. FAST Planning provided a $30,000 donation to catalyze the effort to add a mosaic to the proposed riverside plaza, and the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly appropriated an additional $40,000 for the tile mosaic. Denakkanaaga, Inc hosted a beadwork competition, soliciting nature-themed designs. A winning design was selected at the 2022 Denakkanaaga Annual Conference, and is now featured in the park's plaza accompanied by a sign with an artist biography, artist statement, and a land acknowledgement. The winning design was submitted by Denise Newman, featuring floral inspired beadwork on traditionally tanned moose hide.

The kiosk signage was developed in collaboration with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), providing information and images of fish species in the Chena River. ADF&G also provided funding to execute a streambank restoration project at the park in the last several years and continues to monitor the site.

Freelance artist Shayla Sackinger with Bird Ninja Art created the custom Graehl Park triangular graphic displayed on the kiosk. The Tanana Valley Watershed Association received a grant to install pet waste stations and informational signage at riverfront parks, including Graehl Park. A long-time Fairbanks family provided a donation to the project to have a memorial bench in the park. The park's revitalization was a cooperative effort between many organizations, and the Fairbanks North Star Borough hopes to continue this synergistic effort with future Small Park Replacement Projects.

A ribbon cutting event was held on August 15, 2023, where the Parks and Recreation Department was joined by the Rasmuson Foundation, Denakkanaaga, Inc., FAST Planning, Chena Riverfront Commissioners, Fairbanks North Star Borough staff, and many more to celebrate the successful renovation of Graehl Park. We look forward to more successful park renovations!

Tile mosaic, design by Denise Newman.

Floral inspired beadwork on traditionally tanned moose hide

Pictured here, from left to right Trisha Levasseur (FNSB Parks& Rec- Project Coordinator) Cindy Jacobson (FNSB- Project Manager) April Newman (FNSB- Administrative Assistant) Rebecca Brice Henderson (Rasmuson Foundation- Board Member) Sue Sprinkle (City of Fairbanks- City Council Member) Ariella Derrickson (Dene’ Eslaanh) Keith Nordmark (FNSB Parks& Rec- Park Caretaker) Jackson Fox (FAST Planning- Executive Director) Brian Charlton (FNSB Parks& Rec- Recreation Superintendent) John Haas (FNSB Parks& Rec- Parks Superintendent) Kimberly Diamond (FNSB Parks& Rec- Project Coordinator) Jim Williams (FNSB- Chief of Staff) Travis Cole (Dene’ Eslaanh)

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LIBRARY PROGRAMS

LIBRARY

The Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries’ mission is to provide Borough residents free access to the full spectrum of opportunities that inform, inspire, and entertain, and to offer an open forum for diverse facts, ideas, and opinions.

NOEL WIEN PUBLIC LIBRARY 1215 Cowles Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-1020 Noel Wien Library is currently closed for renovations, but you can find us at our temporary location inside Joy Community Center at 24 Margaret Avenue!

NORTH POLE BRANCH LIBRARY

656 NPHS Boulevard, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-6101 Monday 10am-8pm

HOURS: Tuesday 10am-8pm

Wednesday 10am-8pm Thursday 10am-6pm Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday CLOSED

JOY BRANCH LIBRARY HOURS:

Monday 10am-3pm Tuesday thru Friday 10am-6pm Saturday, hold pick-up only, 10am-4pm Sunday CLOSED

PROGRAMS Young Adult Services: Gaming events, art programs, teen & tween movies, monthly Grab Bags, and more!

Children's Services: Mother Moose, Twos Time, Preschool Storytime, Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, FUNtastic Club, and more!

BOOKMOBILE We are always on the go! If you wish to get in touch with the Bookmobile Services staff, please call (907) 459-1031 or email bookmobile@fnsb.gov.

Hours and location subject to change.

Please check the library calendar online for current hours and the most updated schedule.

HOURS & LOCATIONS: FIRST SATURDAY: Becker Ridge at the Fire Station Corner of Becker Ridge & Potter Rd 11am-12:15pm Ester at Ester Post Office 12:30-1:45pm SECOND SATURDAY: Goldstream Valley at Ken Kunkel Community Center, 11am-1pm

For more information on library programs and services, please visit:

fnsblibrary.org https:www.facebook.com/NoelWienLibrary/

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THIRD SATURDAY: Salcha from at the Salcha Store and Supply on the Richardson Highway, 11am-1pm FOURTH SATURDAY: Two Rivers/Pleasant Valley at the Pleasant Valley Store on Chena Hot Springs Road, 11am-1pm

Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Library

LIBRARY

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Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Library

NORTH POLE BRANCH LIBRARY Starting June 1, 2023, the North Pole Branch Library will have extended hours! These hours will continue through the duration of the Noel Wien Library Renovation Project.

MOTHER MOOSE STORYTIME TWO'S TIME STORYTIME

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

HOURS Monday: 10am-8pm Tuesday: 10am-8pm Wednesday: 10am-8pm Thursday: 10am-6pm Friday: 10am-6pm Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: CLOSED

MOVIE MONDAYS

For questions, see the library's website at fnsblibrary.org or give us a call at 907-488-6101.

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Santa's Reindeer Round-Up! A clue solving scavenger hunt

December 2023

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PIONEER PARK

CARLSON CENTER 2010 2nd Ave. Fairbanks, AK 99701

The Carlson Center is a 4,595 seat arena located along the banks of the Chena River and across from Growden Memorial Park Fairbanks, Alaska. It is the third largest arena in Alaska followed behind the Sullivan Arena and Alaska Airlines Center located in Anchorage, Alaska. The facility serves as Interior Alaska's largest entertainment, sports, and meeting facility. It is home to the University of Fairbanks Alaska Nanooks Division 1 ice hockey team of the WCHA. It is also home to many graduation ceremonies. In August of 2021, it hosted the Foo Fighters!

GET IN THE ZONE! Looking for some indoor fun this winter for your littles? Try the Playzone! Lots of toys and play equipment to explore and let imaginations wander! Designed for kids 0-8yrs old. For older children, try the new Hideout! A safe space for kids 9-13yrs old with video games, ping pong, crafts and foosball!

CONCERTS, BAZAARS & SPORTS The Carlson Center hosts many events like holiday bazaars, home shows, hockey games and will host the Chris Young in 2023! This summer, The Carlson Center will feature indoor soccer, pickleball roller skating & more!

HAVE A BIRTHDAY!

GO NOOKS!

A party that you don't have to clean up? It's a dream come true when you have a party at the Carlson Center! Three party packages to choose from: Bear Necessities, Funky Foxes, and Moose on the Loose. Meetings and event space also available for rent. Details and pricing available at parks.fnsb.gov!

Catch a hockey game and support your Alaska Nanook Hockey team!

The Carlson Center is the third largest arena by seating capacity in Alaska.

Inside the Carlson Center, the Nanooks have a world-class locker room, training rooms, coaches offices and other features that came as part of a 2013 Carlson Center renovation

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BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES BEAR NECESSITIES

$50

A 2hr room rental for you to host your party and bring your own decorations to make the best party you can for up to 10 kids. Additional activities available at drop-in rate.

11-15 Kids: $65, 16-20 Kids: $80

FUNKY FOXES

$150

A 2hr room rental along with a totally decked out party room, utensils, and seating for up to 10 kids. Additional activities available at drop-in rate.

11-15 Kids: $185, 16-20 Kids: $220

MOOSE ON THE LOOSE

$250

A 2hr room rental along with a totally decked out party room, utensils, birthday cake, party activities, access to additional activities listed above, and seating for up to 10 kids.

11-15 Kids: $310, 16-20 Kids: $370

Add on Activities Playzone (0-8yrs old ONLY) Hideout Skate (skate rental $4/pair) BOOK TODAY CALL 907-459-1087 OR EMAIL CARLSONCENTER@FNSB.GOV PARKS.FNSB.GOV / (907) 459-1070

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PIONEER PARK

2300 Airport Way Fairbanks, AK 99701 Pioneer Park is a 44 acre Historical Theme Park located in the heart of Fairbanks, Alaska - between Airport Way and the Chena River bike path. There is no admission fee to enter Pioneer Park. Feel free to come to the Park and experience a self-guided tour of our artifacts, buildings and grounds!

You can also enjoy the playground and Bear Art Gallery at no cost! Some museums and activities charge a nominal fee. Winter season is September 15 through May 15. While there are not vendors in the cabins, there is still much to enjoy at Pioneer Park!

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Park Office trick or treat town Hours of Operation Join Pioneer Park and Access Alaska for a family friendly way to Monday-Friday celebrate Halloween! Gold Rush Town transforms into Halloween Trick or Treat Town to bring lots of Spook'tacular fun! from 8 am-5 pm Year-Round Office: (907)459-1087 WINTER CABINS WALK Join Pioneer Park for their Park Mgr: (907) 459-1275 Annual Holiday Tree Lighting the Saturday after Thanksgiving (Nov 25, 2023). Gold Rush Town Cabins will also be lit, and you can vote for your favorite Nov 25- Dec 13, 2023.

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Pioneer Park is turning into a whimsical 'spook'tacular town this halloween! Come enjoy Halloweentown with spooky train rides, costume contests, trick or treating, dancing, visits from our most beloved characters and more!

Sensory Friendly Hour 1-2P Super Spooky Hour 7-8P

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Gold Rush Town Cabin Lights Walk Help us light up Pioneer Park for the holidays! We are assigning Gold Rush Town cabins to interested sponsors. Decorate a cabin to your tastes for the holiday season. Advertise your business, organization, or event on the cabin. Spread the joy of the season!

Cabins are available starting November 1, 2023 for a $250 sponsorship. You provide the lights, we supply the electricity.

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by Thanksgiving Day. Contact Lee at the Pioneer Park office to sign up. 907-459-1268; lee.williams@fnsb.gov PARKS.FNSB.GOV / (907) 459-1070

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BIG DIPPER

BIG DIPPER ICE ARENA 1920 Lathrop St. Fairbanks, AK 99701

The Big Dipper Ice Arena is owned and operated by the Fairbanks North Star Borough for the benefit of all its residents and visitors. Once an airplane hangar in Tanacross, the structure was reassembled and repurposed as an ice arena in Fairbanks in 1968. Commonly referred to as "The Dipper," the facility hosts public skating, youth and adult hockey, and is home of the Ice Dogs of the North American Hockey League. A walking and jogging track is free to the public during scheduled hours.

Most areas of the facility, including the ice, are available for private rentals and special events.

WATCH A FAIRBANKS ICE DOGS GAME!

GO SKATING!

The Fairbanks Ice Dogs are a Tier II junior ice hockey team in the North American Hockey League's Midwest Division. The Ice Dogs play home games at the 2,200-seat Big Dipper Ice Arena in Fairbanks, Alaska. For a complete schedule of games, visit their website at fairbanksicedogs.com.

PICKLEBALL

WALK INDOORS! OR OUT! The walking and jogging track is free to the public during scheduled hours. Walking is available M-F 6am-6pm, and Sundays 11am-4pm, or unless otherwise posted. No walking on Saturdays.

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Join us for Rec skate, stroller skate, and free skate.

There is also time during the day to practice your hockey skills! Stick and puck is generally offered in the mornings.

Skate Rental $4/pair

In the summer, our outdoor rinks turn into Pickleball courts!

Pickleball nets are generally set up mid May- mid September.

There is equipment free to borrow in the skate room of the Big Dipper.

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RECREATIONAL SKATE Monday - Friday 11:45am - 1:15pm Wednesdays 5:30pm - 6:45pm Saturdays 3:45pm - 5:00pm Sundays (thru May) 1:30pm - 2:45pm

FREESTYLE SKATE Monday/Wednesday/Friday 6:30am - 8:30am

Lessons Coming Soon!

STICK & PUCK Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00am - 9:00am

STROLLER SKATE Fridays 10:00am - 11:00am

For more information please visit:

Schedules subject to change. Please check online for the most up-to-date schedule. The online version is available for download at: parks.fnsb.gov.

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Winter Lights Walk December 16, 2023 Griffin Park Check out the Winter Solstice Festival website for more information! wintersolsticefestivalfairbanks.com

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CHENA LAKES

CHENA LAKE RECREATION AREA 3780 Laurance Rd North Pole, AK 99705

Chena Lake Recreation Area is a 2,178 acre park located east of North Pole. The park offers multiple outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, walking, snowshoeing, snow-machining, ice fishing, aurora viewing and photography in the winter.

SEE THE AURORA! Chena Lake is an ideal location to view the aurora borealis or "northern lights." The official aurora season is Aug 21-Apr 21.

BOATING & BIKING

Chena Lake is open to nonmotorized boating. We ask you boat responsibly, and stay out of the buoy marked swim area.

Boat rentals end Labor Day Weekend.

Chena Lake also offers 5.5 miles of mostly flat bike trail. Bike rentals are available through Alaska Dream Adventures.

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GO SKIING OR HIKING! The Mike Agbaba Trail System offers 12 miles of groomed, multiple-use trails along Chena Lake and surrounding park areas.

Choose from the 3.8mi, 5.1mi, 6.5mi, 9.5mi, or 12 mile loops for your activity.

The River Park Cross-Country Ski Trails offers 4.3mi (7km) of groomed, classical skiing trails nestled along the Chena River. No dogs allowed on ski trails.

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CHENA LAKE RECREATION AREA

TRAILS

FISHING Chena Lake Recreation Area is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Chinook Salmon, and Arctic Char throughout the year. Shore fishing is available. You may also bring your non-motorized boat and fish on the lake as well.

Fishing is available in the River Park as well from the banks. There you can find Rainbow Trout, Chinook Salmon, and Arctic Char. In the sloughs at the river park, you can catch Pike.

BOATING

Rentals available on site

Chena Lake Recreation Area invites all non-motorized watercraft users to enjoy the lake, but we ask that you do so responsibly. No boats are to be within the buoys marking the swimming beach area.

PAVILION RENTALS

The River Park Nature Trails are available for year-round use. Choose from seven kilometers of trails nestled along the Chena River and the flood control collection channel.

Please remember to be alert to the presence of wildlife on these trails.

BIKING Chena Lake Recreation Area has 5.5 miles of paved bike trails and 3.6 miles of unpaved bike trails. With multiple parking areas and easy access on and off the trails, make Chena Lake your next biking destination! All trails are flat, with little to no elevation gain.

$10/Hour

Pavilion Rentals are available at both the Lake Park and River Park.

Choose from the Island View pavilion, Riverside pavilion, or Swim Beach pavilion. Park and green space reservations also available. Special event fees may apply.

*prices subject to change annually July 1

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TANANA LAKES

TANANA LAKES RECREATION AREA 4400 S. Cushman St. Ext Fairbanks, AK 99701 Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Fairbanks, Tanana Lakes Recreation Area is a 750 acre multi-use recreation area. This park offers plenty of outdoor opportunities in the winter for people of all ages including hiking, skiing, snowmachining, ice fishing and more. The newly remodeled Rifle Range is open 8am-10pm daily; closed Wednesdays from 8am-12pm for maintenance.

GO FISHING!

GO HIKING OR SKIING

Tanana Lakes has trails offering opportunities for hiking in the fall and skiing in the winter. Enjoy the fall colors as you walk around the lake. Or enjoy the crunch of the snow as you ski the groomed trails.

Keep an eye our for our skating loop and rink! They are put in once the ice is ready.

GO SNOWMACHINING! There are multi-use trails for snow machining, including trails that head out onto the Tanana River and go for miles! There are also more than five miles of groomed trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing! Leashed dogs are welcome on trails- please pick up pet waste.

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Ice huts are available typically in December as opening dates vary according to ice thickness. The Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game stocks the lakes with Rainbow Trout and Chinook Salmon. The Tanana River has Arctic Grayling, Northern Pike, Whitefish and Burbot.

Huts are $30/day and include one bundle of wood. Huts are 8x12 and equipped with a wood stove. Additional bundles of wood are available for $5.

Submit a request online at parks.fnsb.gov. Reservations are approved M-F, 8-5pm.

Open 8am - 10pm daily Park gate locked at 10pm Park Ranger: (907)699-6370 Park Office: (907) 459-1115

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Tanana Lakes Recreation Area invites all motorized and non-motorized watercraft users to enjoy the lakes, but we ask that you do so responsibly. No motorized boats allowed on Cushman Lake. Tanana Lake, which allows entry to the Tanana River, is open to motorized boats.

In the summertime, Tanana Lakes has motorized and non-motorized trails throughout the park, as well as a section of gravel service roads. In summer, the 6.4 km loop around the park is a great option. The Sandpiper, Eagle and Overlook Trails offer shorter treks.

RIFLE RANGE

When the snow flies, our non-motorized trails are open for multiuse. You'll find hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and fatbiking! Come out and enjoy the trails.

Open 8:00am -10:00pm daily; Closed on Wednesdays, 8:00am -10:00am, for maintenance and cleaning. The loading or discharge of firearms, bows or crossbows, are prohibited for public safety reasons anywhere in the recreation area, except at the outdoor shooting range.

PAVILION RENTALS Pavilion Rentals are available at the park $10 per hour. Full park reservations also available.

Special event fees may apply.

FISHING Tanana Lakes is stocked annually by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game with Rainbow Trout and Chinook Salmon. The Tanana River has Arctic Grayling, Northern Pike, Whitefish, and Burbot.

Ice Huts are available for rent for $30/day in the wintertime. Huts are 8'x12' and four holes are drilled the morning of your reservation. Wood stove and one bundle wood included. Bring own fishing & warm weather gear, lighter/matches for stove, lantern and may the fish bite all day for you!

Trail funding provided in part

by The Recreational Trails Program through The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation.

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BIRCH HILL

BIRCH HILL REC AREA VISITOR INFORMATION

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40+ kilometers of trails for hiking, biking and running Birch Hill Ski Center has all the traditional amenities of a ski lodge; a waxing room, restrooms with changing areas, & a 2,500 square foot Assembly Room—that is also available for meeting, wedding and banquet rentals Warm-Up Hut with 24-hour restrooms and changing facilities 18-Hole Disc Golf Course with two sets of tee areas Large lawn area

101 Wilderness Dr. Fairbanks, AK 99701

HOURS OF OPERATION Building open by reservation Park hours: 7AM—10PM

IMPORTANT CONTACTS Office (907) 457-4488

Through a partnership with the Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks, the Fairbanks North Star Borough Department of Parks and Recreation makes Birch Hill Recreation Area and the Jim Whisenhant Cross Country Ski Trail System available for year-round public use.

FEATURED ACTIVITIES Play disc golf on the 18-hole course.

(Summer) Run, mountain bike or ski on one of the many hillside trails!

Rent the assembly room for a wedding or event.

SKI CENTER RENTAL INFORMATION The Birch Hill Ski Center is perfect for your next event! Weddings, corporate events, family gatherings or birthday parties. The facility calendar fills up quickly so book your event early. Reservations may be approved up to 18 months in advance.

Hourly Rate (4 Hour Min)

$100.00

Alcohol Permit

$100.00

Half Day (8 Hours)

$700.00

Labor Rates (per hour)

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Full Day (8am-12am)

$1,000.00

*discounts for non-profits*

Michael Simmons, Facility Supervisor michael.simmons@fnsb.gov

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IT'S TIME TO GO SKIING!

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

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TRAILS

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The Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly passed and approved the Updated Trails Plan on June 20, 2023. The Trails Plan that you helped create will now be adopted as part of the Borough's Regional Comprehensive Plan. The final adopted version, including all Assembly amendments, will be posted online in the coming weeks at fnsbtrailsplan.com.

FOR YOUR INPUT AND SUPPORT!

TRAILS OFFICE 1920 Lathrop St. 907-459-7401 trails@fnsb.gov

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The Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation Department supports a number of community organizations. The following sports organizations are not affiliated with Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation unless otherwise indicated. The Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the listings. For more information on any of the groups, please visit the website listed.

If your organization is not listed, please contact parks@fnsb.gov to be included on the list. Please send all updates to parks@fnsb.gov. The list is updated three times a year (April, August & December).

ARCHERY GOLDEN NORTH ARCHERY 907-590-9737 Facebook - GoldenNorthArchery

BASEBALL FAIRBANKS ADULT AMATEUR BASEBALL fairbanksadultbaseball@gmail.com 907-388-2396 www.leaguelineup.com/faabl FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR INTERIOR PONY BASEBALL jwinc17@hotmail.com 907-978-7873 www.leaguelineup.com/fnsbibl ALASKA GOLDPANNERS BASEBALL, INC. www.goldpanners.com INTERIOR BASEBALL LEAGUE interiorbaseball@gmail.com 907-347-0877 www.leaguelineup.com/fnsbibl

CLIMBING ALASKA ALPINE CLUB alaska.alpine.club@gmail.com www.alaskaalpineclub.com

CURLING FAIRBANKS CURLING CLUB manager@curlfairbanks.org 907-452-2875 www.curlfairbanks.org

FAIRBANKS CYCLE CLUB pres@fairbankscycleclub.org 907-347-8756 www.fairbankscycleclub.org FAR NORTH BMX farnorthbmx@yahoo.com 907-322-6314 www.farnorthbmx.com

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DANCING BALLROOM DANCE CLUB info@fairbanksballroom.dance 907-750-0666 www.fairbanksballroom.dance

INTERIOR YOUTH BASKETBALL iyb@gci.net 907-457-4492 www.interioryouthbasketball.com

DANCE THEATER FAIRBANKS dancetheatrefairbanks@gmail.com 907-452-1113 hwww.dancetheatrefairbanks.com

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FAIRBANKS GOLF ASSOCIATION fgasecretary@yahoo.com 907-378-9440 www.fairbanksgolfassociation.com PIONEER PARK PUTTERS 907-459-1275 Facebook- Pioneer Park Putters Group

HIKING

FAIRBANKS AREA HIKING CLUB fairbankshiking@gmail.com 907-488-6500 www.fairbankshiking.org

HOCKEY ARCTIC LIONS HOCKEY ASSOCIATION 907-452-7246 www.hometeamsonline.com/arcticlions FAIRBANKS AMATEUR HOCKEY faha@acsalaska.net 907-322-5978 hockeyclubfairbanks.com FAIRBANKS MEN’S HOCKEY ASSOCIATION william.hawryuluk@gmail.com (907) 371-0785 www.fairbanksmenshockey.com FAIRBANKS WOMEN'S HOCKEY kathy.larson67@gmail.com fairbankswomenshockey.pucksystems.com

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FAIRBANKS DISC GOLF ASSOCIATION ceamsden@gmail.com 907-322-7071 Facebook - FairbanksDGA

CYCLING

FAIRBANKS WOMEN'S BASKETBALL hbest25@yahoo.com 907-687-9515 Facebook - FairbanksWomensBasketball

EPIC KAYAK ULTIMATE epickayakultimate@gmail.com 907-460-2909 www.epickayakultimate.org

GOLF/DISC GOLF

FOOTBALL FAIRBANKS YOUTH FOOTBALL president@fairbanksyouthfc.com 907-378-0520 www.fairbanksyouthfc.org

OLDTIMERS HOCKEY ASSOCIATION fbksoldtimershockey@yahoo.com 907-479-8493 www.fairbanksoldtimershockey.com

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HORSEBACK RIDING ALASKA STATE QUARTER HORSE ASSOC. lorih@mtaonline.net 907-727-4444 www.asqha.com

MUSHING

SKIING/SKIJOURING ALASKA SKIJORING ASSOCIATION info@alaskaskijoring.org 907-457-5456 www.alaskaskijoring.org

SWIMMING MIDNIGHT SUN SWIM TEAM msstcoaching@gmail.com 440-570-8586 www.midnightsunswimteam.com

ALASKA DOG MUSHERS ASSOCIATION admacontact2018@gmail.com 907-460-6874 alaskadogmushers.com

FAIRBANKS ALPINE SKI CLUB president@aipgalaska.org 907-460-7239 www.fairbanksalpine.org

JUNIOR DOG MUSHERS OF INTERIOR AK info@juniormushers.com 907-590-6921 juniordogmushers.com

NORDIC SKI CLUB OF FAIRBANKS info@nscfairbanks.org 907-457-4435 www.nscfairbanks.org

NORTH POLE AQUATIC CLUB npaccoaches@gmail.com https://www.teamunify.com/team/aknpac

SALCHA SKI CLUB 907-888-2755 Facebook—SalchaSkiClub

STINGRAY SWIM TEAM coachjosh@aksst.com 970-689-1407 www.stingrayswim.org

PADDLING FAIRBANKS PADDLERS info@fairbankspaddlers.org 907-457-3962 www.fairbankspaddlers.org

PICKLEBALL FARTHEST NORTH PICKLEBALL CLUB fairbankspickleball@gmail.com Facebook- Farthest North Pickleball Club

SNOWMACHING FAIRBANKS OFFROAD LIONS fairbanksoffroadlions@gmail.com Facebook - Fairbanks Offroad Lions FAIRBANKS SNOWTRAVELERS 907-750-1163 www.snowtravelers.org Facebook- Fairbanks Snowtravelers

ROLLER DERBY Fairbanks Roller Derby Recruitment@fairbanksrollerderby.org faribanksrollerderby.org

SENIOR GAMES ALASKA INTERNATIONAL SENIOR GAMES diann@alaskaisg.org 907-978-2388 www.alaskaisg.org

SKATEBOARD/BMX FAIRBANKS SKATEPARK COALITION jerrylsadler@gmail.com 907-347-0890 www.nscfundalaska.org/FSC FAR NORTH BMX farnorthbmx@yahoo.com 907-460-1277 www.usabmx.com/tracks/1108

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TENNIS FAIRBANKS TENNIS ASSOCIATION Fairbankstennis@gmail.com 907-455-4301 www.fairbankstennis.com

TABLE TENNIS SOCCER FAIRBANKS YOUTH SOCCER staff@fairbanksyouthsoccer.com 907-456-3972 www.fairbanksyouthports.org

RUNNING RUNNING CLUB NORTH running@runningclubnorth.org 907-388-8085 ww.runningclubnorth.org

NORTHERN AREA AQUATICS northernareaaquaticspresident@gmail.com 907-378-3847 www.teamunify.com/aknaac

FAIRBANKS INTERIOR TABLE TENNIS diann.darnall@gmail.com 907-978-2388 www.fitt-club.net

VOLLEYBALL ULTIMATE FAIRBANKS ULTIMATE ASSOCIATION 907-978-2939 Facebook Group -Fairbanks Ultimate

SOFTBALL

ARCTIC VOLLEYBALL CLUB arcticvolleyballclub@gmail.com 907-687-6360 www.arcticvolleyballclub.com FAIRBANKS VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION volleyballfairbanks@gmail.com 907-460-2304 www.volleyballfairbanks.com

GOLDEN HEART SOFTBALL ghsasoftball@gmail.com 907-388-6993 www.goldenheartsoftball.org INTERIOR GIRLS SOFTBALL & T-BALL igsa.alaska@gmail.com 907-590-6227 www.igsaak.org

WRESTLING INTERIOR YOUTH WRESTLING CLUB interioryouth@hotmail.com 907-458-0980 NORTH POLE WRESTLING CLUB admin@npwrestlingclub.com 907-490-3160 www.npwrestlingclub.com

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FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH

PARKS & RECREATION Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation PO Box 71267 Fairbanks, Alaska 99707

Preserving and creating an inclusive community culture...

...by providing places and programs designed to enrich the quality of life!

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